Mixed Migration Monitoring Mechanism Initiative (4Mi) Project Manager Non-profit Careers – Danish Refugee Council (DRC)
Job Title: Mixed Migration Monitoring Mechanism Initiative (4Mi) Project Manager
Organisation: Danish Refugee Council (DRC)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Regional Mixed Migration Secretariat, Coordinator
About DRC:
The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a private, independent, humanitarian organization working on all aspects of the refugee cause in more than 36 countries throughout the world. The aim of DRC is to protect refugees and internally displaced persons (IDPs) against persecution and to promote durable solutions to the problems of forced migration, on the basis of humanitarian principles and human rights. DRC works in accordance with the UN Conventions on Refugees and the Code of Conduct for the ICRC and NGOs in Disaster Relief.
About 4Mi – Mixed Migration Monitoring Mechanism initiative :
MMC’s flagship data collection tool is the Mixed Migration Monitoring Mechanism initiative (4Mi). Started in 2014, 4Mi is a field level, low-cost and continuous, data gathering mechanism focusing on those in mixed migration flows (and involved with mixed migration as ‘smugglers’/facilitators) along particular route of migration, in selected countries of origin and destination. The primary instrument has been the use of an in-depth questionnaire survey through the use of smart phone technology with cloud-based uploading of completed questionnaires in real time and location-tagged through GPS documentation. The overall aim of 4Mi is to support an improved knowledge base for policy response and protection response to mixed migration. 4Mi data is used to inform research and analysis, policy development and programmatic responses. To increase understanding of realities on ground and protection gaps etc. and through this improve protection of those in mixed migration flows where increasing levels of abuse, neglect, hardship and death face men, women and children caught in mixed migration flows.
Job Summary: The Mixed Migration Monitoring Mechanism Initiative (4Mi) Project Manager will lead and support the 4Mi programme run out of the MMC East Africa & Yemen, to establish a continually improved knowledge base for protection response to mixed migration and better inform public policy. However, this role will also advise the MMC global team on expansions and strengthening of 4Mi programming across the world.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Daily 4Mi operations and staff management
- To oversee the operations and management of the 4Mi project in the EAY region and outside regions (such as Southern Africa, North Africa and Europe), related to the flows from the Horn and East Africa (primarily flows from Eritrea, Ethiopia and Somalia)
- Management and daily supervision of the Nairobi-based team of 4Mi staff (currently: 2 ICT officers, 2 project officers)
- Manage, together with the project team, a network of field monitors in different countries using digital technology to survey mixed migration.
- To identify partners, key informants, contacts and other interlocutors critical to the success of this project and establish close working relations with relevant existing mixed migration-related agencies in different countries.
- Keenly monitor and responsibly manage the 4Mi budgets and ensure timely and regular donor reporting.
- Work in close coordination with the MMC Coordinator, maintain donor relations with 4Mi donors and expand the donor base for 4Mi East Africa.
- Expand 4Mi project in EAY region and along major routes out of the region.
Analysis and presentation of 4Mi data
- Lead on improving and revising the 4Mi programme and methodology (including, but not limited to, recruitment of monitors in the field, developing a training manual for monitors, defining geographical position of monitors, respondent selection and survey design) and, ensure the methodology of 4Mi is regularly reviewed with respect to increasing its reliability and voracity.
- Ensure timely, regular updates of 4Mi data in infographics and mappings on the 4Mi website.
Lead a revision process of the 4Mi website
- To manage and organize data and be adept at analysis and interpretation of data for use in infographics, website presentation as well as text analysis (for electronic and hard copy use)
- Regular written analysis in short articles and longer research papers based on the data produced by 4Mi is an essential output of the 4Mi team: the project manager is expected to be able to perform well in this regard and manage others in the team also tasked to work in this area.
- Present 4Mi data and outcomes at international conferences and keep abreast of new developments and ongoing debates on migration data.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The applicant should preferably hold a master’s degree graduates with at least 5-7 years’ experience in an international context (with an NGO, an international organization or a research organization).
- Proven record in analysis, survey methodology and design, and written or infographic based end product use of data gathering processes.
- Technical architecture of data networks
- On-line visualization and communication
- Experience in migration and ICT may be an advantage but not a requirement.
- Strong experience in survey modules
- Proven track record in team management.
- Strong ability to make rapid assessments and sound judgments with little support.
- Excellent communication skills and problem solving skills are also very desirable.
- A well-motivated, organized self-starter who can work independently.
- Skills in terms of reporting and drafting are essential.
- Strong and proven interest in migration
- He/she must be able to travel a significant period (30-40%) of the time in this role.
- Positive, mature leader with a proven track record of developing effective initiatives, programmes, and impact.
- You thrive in managing a wide range of responsibilities, and can effectively communicate and lead the country team.
- You enjoy working with teams of committed staff to build collaboration and capacity within the regional Programmes and building strong relationships with the regional team.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send their applications including;
- A cover letter (1 page) in which you explain why you are interested in the position and how you meet the qualities and qualifications criteria and please indicate your salary expectations
- Updated and detailed -The CV should include information about your qualifications, relevant training courses, work experience, and name and contact details of three relevant references.
The complete application package should be uploaded online, Click Here
Deadline: 1st June 2018
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